Snapchat all set for scripted content in 2017 25 August 2017
Snapchat is all set to release scripted content before the end of the year as per Snap Inc’s VP of content Nick Bell. It sees itself as creating programming which goes hand in hand to TV. Snapchat is quite early … Continue reading
Roku’s share of Streaming market on the rise 25 August 2017
The number of homes where Roku devices are used is increasing as it becomes a more popular way to consume TV programming as per a new report from Parks Associates. Roku’s leading share of the streaming media player market in … Continue reading
Mexican Soccer team to launch its own OTT 25 August 2017
The Mexican soccer club Lobos of BUAP is interested in designing and offering its own OTT platform so as to monetize its sports rights when it plays locally. According to ESPN, they have already started talks with experts for this … Continue reading
Twitter collaborates with NASCAR for streaming deal 24 August 2017
Twitter has signed a live streaming deal with NASCAR that will give users an inside-the-car view when races are being aired. This is the first of sorts in terms of live streaming the in-car camera feeds for all 10 Monster … Continue reading
OTT market may be moving towards consolidation 24 August 2017
Consolidation seems inevitable as the reach of direct-to-consumer (D2C) and video services increases. Netflix and Amazon have demonstrated a high subscriber base across various territories which enables huge content investments which no single-market broadcaster may have thought of. Subscription Video … Continue reading
Movie rental service to be launched early next year 24 August 2017
Comcast and Amazon are joining hands with Apple to develop a delivery system for offering premium VOD titles that are available for home viewing in as less as 30-45 days after debuting in theatres. This is less aggressive than some … Continue reading
Streaming service by Disney to be priced at $5 per month 23 August 2017
Disney’s branded streaming service is likely to be priced at $5 per month as per MoffettNathanson analyst Michael Nathanson. Further according to Nathanson, the new Disney Streaming service and upcoming ESPN streaming service need to be clearly distinguished. ESPN service … Continue reading
Universal, Warner Bros plans to offer premium VOD 23 August 2017
Universal Pictures and Warner Bros studios are making efforts to offer premium movie downloads for $30 to $50 each in collaboration with Comcast and Apple. As per Bloomberg, newly released movies are to be offered via this service. A new … Continue reading
OTT TV and video thrives in Latin America 22 August 2017
In Latin American (LATAM) countries, revenues from OTT TV and movies are expected to hit $4.60 billion in 2022. This is a rise from $1.87 billion in 2016. SVOD will continue to be the region’s largest OTT revenue source amounting … Continue reading
GNAC video streaming to be launched on more OTT platforms 22 August 2017
Great Northwest Athletic Conference fans will be able to watch conference athletic events on the 4 major Over the Top (OTT) viewing apps. The GNAC along with Stretch Internet announced that content can be accessed from all the 11 conference … Continue reading
